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Patient underwent reduction of torsion of the left testis. An incision was made in the patient's scrotum. The twisted left testis was carefully detangled. Excellent blood flow was seen. Four sutures were used to anchor the testis to the wall of the scrotum to prevent further twisting. what is the CPT code

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CPT code ; 54600 - LT

           * 54600 - Reuction of torsion of testis,with or without fixation of

                          contralateral testis.

           * LT - Modifier indicate procedure performed in left side of the body.

  

     

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